Back again with a whole new list of records and a whole load of explaining to do to my bank account…
While the new Frank Ocean joint may be keeping the masses occupied after its FINAL release earlier this week, we just want more new music! From new represses on Floating Points’ Melodies International to the slap bass sounds of Etienne Mbappé: here is our weekly dose of new wax to fuel your fully justified musical addictions…
Aged In Harmony - You’re A Melody (Melodies International)
Released on Sam Shepherd AKA Floating Points’ self-made repress label Melodies International, You’re A Melody is the label’s second repress after the success of last year’s boogie rarity “Rock Don’t Stop”. This edition features a triple 7″ repress filled with modern soul gems. We cannot wait to get our hands on this one…
Grab your soul fix HERE.
Various Artists - Shadeleaf Remixes EP (Shadeleaf Music)
The infamous Shadeleaf Music is set to release a compilation record at the beginning of September. Featuring the likes of Luke Solomon, Bryon The Aquarius, Simba and not to mention a downright moody number from head honcho, Thatmanmonkz accompanied by the all too rising star Al Zanders tweaking things on remix duty. Our standout track on this record without a doubt goes to Luke Solomon for his irresistibly funky edit of “Through the Night” featuring the uncontrollably soulful vocals of Erik Rico. No online listening for this one, you’ll have to buy to try…
Buy it HERE.
Roots Manuva - Bleeds (Deluxe)
Breaking hip-hop down to its rawest form, Manuva can be only described as one of the UK pioneers of the new age hip hop game, defying the normalities of production to bring thought provoking and mind bending music to the table. After Manuva’s 6th studio album, he’s back with a deluxe press of Bleeds featuring remixes from Champion, Kode9 and Endeavour.
Just out: Ninjashop / Stream / Download
Lakuta - Brothers & Sisters
After the release of their single Bata Boy, Lakuta is back to shake the afrobeat world with their album: Brothers & Sisters. This exciting live afrobeat album has it all, bouncy rhythms intercepted with punchy horns all made better by the Lakuta lead vocalist and her army of backing singers. Be sure to check out Rice & Peace for its insanely funky under rhythms - out now over at Bandcamp. Go and grab a digital copy, or if you’re feeling retro and up for supporting the cause cop yourself the compact disc.
You can grab your copy HERE.
Vincenzo De Bull & Halve Soul - Heavy Vibes (Kolour LTD)
Appearing on Kolour LTD’s latest compilation, Vincenzo De Bull and Halve Soul are on remix duty for the all-time funk favourite and Brooklyn national anthem; MFSB - Love is the Message. This edit captures the old school dance vibe created in Brooklyn’s finest danceries, notably the Garage, transforming it into a bouncy jazz infused house number encapsulating the current trend in dance music just right… one track; two dance era’s. Fitting perfectly with the title in place, A Tale of Two Cities, a 14-track compilation releases in early September. Be sure to grab yourself a copy of this release featuring cuts from Henry Wu, Fouk and Ugly Drums to name a few.
Preorder HERE.
Etienne Mbappe and The Prophets - How Near How Far
Debuting his new band The Prophets, bassist Etienne Mbappe pushes the boundaries of Jazz and Funk in all respects. While the front line stands out as unconventional featuring violins, trumpets and a tenor saxophone, each track consistently comes alive with unique energy transfixing you from start to finish. Out in early September on band camp, you’d be foolish not to preorder yourself a copy.
Purchase HERE.
Prequel - Freedom Jazz Dance (Rhythm Section International)
Coming back for second helpings, Rhythm Section find themselves welcoming Melbourne’s own electronic jazz specialist Prequel. After his debut, Polite Strangers, on Rhythm Section back in 2014 Prequel comes back to the highly acclaimed Peckham label with this new 4-track EP. Filled with classic jazz riffs, combined with production elements and vocal samples to give the jazz based EP an electronic identity.
Purchase your copy from Phonica Records.
